A decentralized exchange (DEX) is a type of cryptocurrency exchange that operates on a decentralized network, such as a blockchain, without the need for a central authority or intermediary. It allows users to trade cryptocurrencies directly with each other, or mechanisms within such exchanges, using smart contracts to facilitate and execute trades.

In a decentralized exchange, users have control over their own funds because they retain ownership of their private keys. This means that users do not need to deposit their funds into a centralized exchange's wallet and trust the exchange to securely hold and manage assets.

Users can find a non-exhaustive list of DEXs that support the Avalanche C-Chain and its tokens here.

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